Beijing Layover: Airport to Forbidden City with Tickets Included

5.0 (2 reviews) Beijing, China
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Duration4h - 6h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Layover in Beijing? Don’t waste a single minute stuck at the airport—seize the chance to explore the Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that’s stood at the heart of China’s history for 600 years!
We tailor every detail to your flight schedule: a friendly driver will greet you at Beijing International Airport in a private air-conditioned car. No ticket stress, no last-minute hassle—we’ve pre-booked your Forbidden City entry passes in advance, so you can skip the long lines and dive straight into the imperial grandeur.
Choose from two flexible packages to match your travel style:
Transfer-Only Package: Enjoy a self-guided tour of the Forbidden City, then your driver will whisk you back to the airport right on time for your connecting flight.
Guide + Transfer Package: Upgrade to a knowledgeable local guide who’ll walk you through the palace’s hidden corners, sharing fascinating stories and ancient secrets that bring the Forbidden City’s past to life.

Options

Option 2: PEK - Guide+Transfer

Option 2: PEK - Guide+Transfer: Start and end point is Beijing Capital Airport PEK, option including English speaking guide, transfer and entry tickets.
Pickup included

PKX Airport-Transfer

PKX Airport-Transfer: Pick up and drop off location is Beijing Daxing Airport. Option including entry tickets and round trip transfer.
Pickup included

PEK Airport-Transfer

PEK Airport-Transfer: Starts and ends at Beijing Capital International Airport. Including round trip airport transfer and entry tickets
Pickup included

Option 2: PKX+Guide+Transfer

Option 2: PKX+Guide+Transfer: Start and end point is Beijing Daxing Airport PKX, including English speaking guide, private transfer and entry tickets
Pickup included

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Entrance fee to Forbidden City
  • Private guide service if you choose Option 2
  • Round-trip private transfer
  • Airport pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Additional entrance fee to the museums inside the Forbidden City
  • Tour guide if you choose option 1 to use transfer service only

What to expect

  1. Beijing
    Pass by
    Choose from two tailored packages to make the most of your Beijing layover—perfect for every traveler’s style and needs:
    1: Transfer + Entry Tickets Package
    2: Transfer + Professional Guide + Entry Tickets Package
    First, select your arrival airport (Beijing Capital International Airport or Beijing Daxing International Airport) so we can arrange seamless pickup. Your friendly driver will greet you at the terminal and escort you to a private, air-conditioned vehicle for a comfortable ride— the journey to the city center takes around 1 hour.
  2. The Palace Museum
    2h · Admission ticket included
    On the way to the Forbidden City, we recommend a scenic drive-around Tian’anmen Square instead of a stop. During peak travel seasons, lines to enter the square can stretch to 1–3 hours—time that’s far better spent exploring the imperial palace, and we want to ensure you never miss your connecting flight.
    Your Forbidden City entry pass is pre-booked and ready. On arrival, simply scan your passport at the checkpoint to skip the ticket lines and start your adventure.
    If you opt for the guide-inclusive package, your knowledgeable local guide will meet you in city. They’ll lead you through the Forbidden City’s most iconic halls and secret courtyards, sharing fascinating tales of imperial life, legends, and history that you’d never discover on a self-guided tour.
    Whether you’re traveling with just a driver or a guide, your companion will handle all timing logistics, ensuring your entire layover tour is perfectly synced with your flight schedule.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your driver will holding your name sign waiting at the exit of the Arrival hall

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
  • For a hassle-free layover experience, we suggest verifying your qualification for China’s visa-free transit prior to your departure. Should you be unable to pass through customs for personal factors (such as not complying with visa regulations), please be aware that we cannot process same-day cancellation refunds

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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